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Delicious maple pecan sticky buns topped with gooey caramel and toasted pecans.

Maple Pecan Sticky Buns

Delicious, fluffy sticky buns drenched in a gooey maple pecan sauce, perfect for cozy mornings or special occasions.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 buns
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup warm milk Warm like bath water, not hot.
  • 1/4 cup soft butter Softened, not melted.
  • 1/4 cup sugar For sweetness.
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Plus more for kneading.
  • 1 packet instant yeast Or active dry yeast.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Filling Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Packed.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon For flavor.
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans Add more if desired.
Topping Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup butter Melted.
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar Packed.
  • 1/2 cup real maple syrup For authentic flavor.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped To sprinkle over the topping.

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, dissolve sugar in warm milk and add yeast. Let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
  2. Mix in softened butter and egg until well combined.
  3. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Assembly
  1. Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter, then sprinkle brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped pecans.
  2. Roll it up tightly, slice into 12 pieces, and place them cut side up over the topping mixture in the baking dish.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake buns for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  3. Let cool for a few minutes, then flip onto a serving plate while warm.

Notes

These buns are forgiving, so don't stress over small mistakes. Feel free to make the dough the night before and refrigerate for fresh buns in the morning.